Men's Tailoring: Bespoke, Theatrical and Historical Tailoring 1830-1950

di Graham Cottenden (Autore)

Taylor & Francis Ltd, 2019

Men's Tailoring: Bespoke, Theatrical and Historical Tailoring 1830-1950 introduces the reader to English tailoring and covers the drafting of patterns, cutting out in cloth, and the complete traditional construction techniques in sequence for the tailoring of a waistcoat, trousers and jacket. The book contains: step-by-step instructions, complete with illustrations, for students and costumiers who are new to the making of male tailored garments from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries; drafting blocks and construction techniques for the main three styles of nineteenth century male garments: frock coat, morning coat and dress coat; patterns, photographs and detailed measurements taken from a variety of male coats, jackets, waistcoats and trousers from c1830 - c1950 from museums and collections. From choosing the right cloth to preparing for the fitting process, this how-to guide will help readers create beautiful, historically accurate three-piece suits for events and performances.

• Autore: Graham Cottenden
• Editore: Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Anno: 2019
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 458 p.
• Dimensioni: 280 x 210 mm
• Peso: 880 gr.
• EAN: 9781138336803

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